Manager, EHS
Abbott
Summary
This position works out of our Abbott Park, IL location within the GES Global Engineering Services division. This is an onsite position.
Job description
The Opportunity
This position works out of our Abbott Park, IL location within the GES Global Engineering Services division. This is an onsite position.
This EHS Manager will lead key environmental programs that include environmental due diligence related to acquisition and divestitures, environmental remediation, waste management as well as supporting roles in environmental sustainability strategy and compliance management. This working specialist will apply strong technical knowledge and skills to perform data analysis, interpret results, develop strategy and implement actions within areas of responsibilities as well as play a strong supporting role across Abbott's environmental and sustainability programs. This person must be able to distill complex technical issues into clear and concise communications with senior leaders. The person must keep abreast of current EHS trends and practices and be a visionary for improving current processes, making them more efficient and effective to prepare Abbott for the future.
What You'll Work On
- Conduct and lead environmental due diligence activities in support of acquisitions and divestitures.
- Lead, develop plans and implement environmental remediation projects for immediate responses to environmental incidents as well as remediation related to historical events.
- Lead Abbott waste management programs to ensure proper waste management to prevent future liabilities and drive improved waste management practices.
- Evaluate Abbott environmental performance data to identify opportunities and improvement plans to drive toward Abbott long term goals.
- Provide environmental content supporting Abbott sustainability report and other environmental external reporting.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Environmental Science or related field. Advanced degree and certifications in environmental management a plus.
- 8+ years of direct experience in environmental due diligence, remediation and waste management.
- Experience in conducting acquisition and divestiture due diligence and identifying needed corrective actions with cost estimates.
- Experience in developing and implementing responses to environmental releases as well as managing waste disposal programs.
- Ability to leverage electronic technologies and software to perform duties and improve efficiencies.
- Strong technical / science skills with understanding of treatment technologies, environmental reporting, data systems and methodologies.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Environmental Science or related field
- 8+ years of direct experience in environmental due diligence, remediation and waste management
- Experience in conducting acquisition and divestiture due diligence and identifying needed corrective actions with cost estimates
- Experience in developing and implementing responses to environmental releases as well as managing waste disposal programs
- Ability to leverage electronic technologies and software to perform duties and improve efficiencies
- Strong technical / science skills with understanding of treatment technologies, environmental reporting, data systems and methodologies
Benefits
- Career development
- Free medical coverage
- Retirement savings plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student debt program
- FreeU education benefit
Company overview
Abbott Laboratories is a global healthcare leader with a 135-year legacy of innovation, dedicated to helping people live healthier, fuller lives through life-changing technologies and products. Headquartered in Abbott Park, Illinois, the company operates in more than 160 countries with a workforce of approximately 114,000 professionals. Abbott's diversified portfolio spans four core business segments: medical devices, diagnostics, nutrition products, and branded generic pharmaceuticals. The company is particularly renowned for its groundbreaking medical devices including cardiovascular technologies, diabetes management systems like the FreeStyle Libre continuous glucose monitor, neuromodulation devices for chronic pain, and the AVEIR DR dual chamber leadless pacemaker system. In diagnostics, Abbott has been instrumental in developing critical tests, including the first licensed HIV test in 1985 that helped secure blood supply safety. The company's nutrition division produces leading infant formulas like Similac, while its pharmaceutical business provides quality branded generic medicines. Abbott consistently ranks among Fortune's Most Admired Companies and maintains a strong commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility, making it a trusted partner in advancing global healthcare.